Chief Clinical Officer

Hospice of Darke County•Greenville, OH

37d

About The Position

The Chief Clinical Officer provides strategic leadership and oversight of all clinical and psychosocial services within EverHeart Hospice. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across multiple sites. The CCO mentors clinical leaders, supports interdisciplinary teamwork, and drives initiatives to enhance care quality, staff performance, and patient/family experience. This position also serves as the CEO’s designee when needed. Established in 1980, EverHeart Hospice is a community-focused, non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional, individualized end-of-life care. We treat our patients and their families like our own—ensuring their final journey is meaningful, supported, and memorable. Join EverHeart Hospice to: Make a meaningful impact on patients, families, and communities. Work alongside a committed leadership team in a mission-driven, compassionate organization. Lead and shape the future of high-quality hospice care. Take the next step in your career—join a team that values your expertise, your schedule, and your passion for compassionate care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required (Associate Degree considered with 5+ years relevant experience).
Minimum 3 years of nursing leadership experience (Case Manager, ADON, Team Manager, DON, etc.).
Strong understanding of COPs, Joint Commission standards, and Ohio hospice regulations.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license; ability to travel between multiple locations.
Ability to lift 25 lbs and perform essential physical tasks.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or healthcare leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership for nursing, social services, spiritual care, and therapy teams.
Ensure compliance with Medicare COPs, state regulations, and Joint Commission standards.
Oversee clinical operations, staffing models, productivity, and quality of care across all locations.
Lead development and implementation of clinical policies, best practices, and performance improvement initiatives.
Direct and support Team Managers and the Care Center Manager; oversee staff training, onboarding, evaluations, and development.
Ensure continuity and quality of patient care, including complex case consultation, discharge planning, crisis care, and bereavement services.
Partner with leadership to develop strategic goals, budgets, and long-term clinical growth strategies.
Participate in surveys, board meetings, IDG meetings, and community outreach as needed.
Strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and ensure consistent, standardized care delivery across all service sites.
Monitor clinical quality metrics, patient outcomes, and compliance indicators; implement corrective actions as needed.
Support and refine the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and infection control initiatives.
Guide effective EMR documentation, workflows, and utilization in partnership with CIS/IT teams.
Lead initiatives that improve patient/family satisfaction, caregiver experience, and community engagement.
Oversee safe management of high-acuity patients, including crisis care utilization and Care Center admission appropriateness.
Assist with recruitment and retention strategies to build and support a strong clinical workforce.
Represent clinical services in organizational planning, service expansion, and operational decision-making.